The drive from South Hero, VT to Springfield, VT covers 137.7 miles and takes about 2h 47m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 89, I 91, U.S. Route 2 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 97 miles on I 89.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.17 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
68.8 miles from South Hero, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 23m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 47m. Total distance: 137.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h 47m highway drive covering 137.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 89 and I 91. The longest continuous stretch is about 97 miles on I 89.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 89 is the longest continuous segment at about 97 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and I 91. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2 / U.S. Route 2.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 47m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 8.6 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 105.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Turn right onto US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Navigation decision point
3
8.6 mi into trip|~13m in|I 89
Merge onto I 89
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
105.6 mi into trip|~2h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
6
105.8 mi into trip|~2h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
6
133.8 mi into trip|~2h 39m in
Take the exit toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from South Hero, VT to Springfield, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River along the way.
White River
105.6 mi in|~2h 6m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 89
97 mi
1h 52m
I 91
27.8 mi
32m
U.S. Route 2
8.2 mi
12m
Charlestown Road
2 mi
3m
Clinton Street
1.3 mi
2m
Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
South Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 97 mi, about 1h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Hero, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on South Street
166 ft·5 sec·South Street
2
Turn right onto US 2
8.2 mi·12 min·U.S. Route 2
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·40 sec
4
Merge onto I 89
97 mi·1 hr 52 min·I 89
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
7
Merge onto I 91
28 mi·32 min·I 91
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 7Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
9
Turn straight onto US 5; VT 11
2.0 mi·3 min·Charlestown Road
10
Continue on VT 11
1.3 mi·2 min·Clinton Street
11
Continue on VT 11
0.3 mi·50 sec·Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
VT 11
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.8 miles from South Hero, VT, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 30 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.8 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving South Hero, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from South Hero, VT
This is one driving day of about 137.7 miles and 2h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from South Hero, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 97 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.8 mi from South Hero, VT
· 1h 23m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes under the shade of the Mount Tom Forest, the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the United States. This is a landscape of loss, re...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 99.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.17 one way
$44.34 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg48 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$24.39
$48.78
premium
$4.86
$26.37
$52.74
diesel
$5.61
$30.40
$60.80
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41.3
0
$14.46
$6.61
Efficient EV
34.4
0
$12.05
$5.51
EV Truck/SUV
55.1
0
$19.28
$8.81
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
South Hero, VT
Morning
in South Hero on Friday
Local time
8:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springfield, VT
Morning
in Springfield on Friday
Local time
8:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 47m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from South Hero, VT to Springfield, VT covers 137.7 miles and takes about 2h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, I 91, U.S. Route 2. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.8 miles from South Hero, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.17 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 47m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 8.6 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 105.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from South Hero, VT to Springfield, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
methodology page
documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
